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1B Cory Buchanan makes it to the show

Posted on March 30, 2011 at 01:24 PM.

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After 1 1/2 seasons of grinding it out in the Minor Leagues, 1B Prospect Cory Buchanan has gotten the call up the to the big leagues and is now a member of the New York Mets.

The SF Giants Draft Pick was traded early in the 2012 season to the New York Mets after Brandon Belt stole the spotlight as the future 1B star in the Giants Organization.

Cory was devastated that the team he grew up as a fan of had given up on him, but he understands baseball is a business and is happy to pursue his dreams of his MLB Career with the New York Mets Organization.

Cory had a spectacular start to he 2012 season leading the AAA International League in Batting Average, and top 5 in both 2B, 3B, HR and RBI.

He felt earned his place on the 40 man roster for the Mets. On July 24th 2012 his lifelong dream became a reality.

The Future is bright for this young prospect as he has earned his place as a utility player for now, but is looking to make the most of his opportunities to try and make the starting roster.

Profile Card - Cory Buchanan